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instrument in Malay

alat

/ˈɪnstɹəmənt/

instrument in Malay: alat. In English, instrument means a device used to produce music.

Malay words for instrument

tool
alat

English meaning of instrument

  1. noun A device used to produce music.
  2. noun A means or agency for achieving an aspect.
  3. noun A measuring or displaying device.
  4. noun A tool, implement used for manipulation or measurement.

Full definition of instrument

instrument in a sentence

  • The violinist was a master of her instrument.
  • The instrument detected an increase in radioactivity.
  • The dentist set down his tray of instruments.

Synonyms of instrument

All synonyms of instrument

instrument in other languages

Questions about instrument in Malay

What is the meaning of instrument in Malay?
Instrument in Malay is alat.
Apakah maksud instrument dalam bahasa Melayu?
Instrument: alat.
What does instrument mean in English?
Instrument means a device used to produce music.

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